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Annual inflation rate hit 2.6% in October, meeting expectations
The consumer price index was expected to increase 0.2% in October and show a 2.6% 12-month rate.Business - CNBC - November 13 -
When could mortgage rates hit 5% again? Experts weigh in
Mortgage rates could hit 5% by the end of 2025, but experts warn against waiting if you're planning to buy a home.Top stories - CBS News - November 20 -
Retail credit card interest rates hit all-time high
The average rate on credit cards from some of America's biggest retailers has soared to an all-time high of more than 30%, according to personal finance site Bankrate. That's up from just over 24% ...Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
Japanese yen hits six-week high after hot inflation reading drives rate increase bets
Yen strength came after fresh data that showed Tokyo core consumer prices, stripping out volatile fresh food.Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday -
If the Fed Is Cutting Rates, Why Are Mortgage Rates Rising?
The latest rise, to 6.79% for a 30-year mortgage, reflects bond market concern about President-elect Trump’s agenda. It extends an uptick in mortgage rates despite expected Federal Reserve rate cuts.Business - The New York Times - November 7 -
What will happen to mortgage rates after this week's Fed rate cut?
The Federal Reserve is set to issue another rate cut this week. Here's what could then happen to mortgage rates.Top stories - CBS News - November 4 -
What's a good HELOC interest rate now that rates are falling again?
HELOC interest rates are on the decline. Here's what a good rate looks like now that rates are falling again.Top stories - CBS News - November 5 -
What the Fed rate cut means for mortgage interest rates
Another Fed rate cut is now official. Here's what that could mean for mortgage interest rates.Top stories - CBS News - November 7 -
What the Fed rate cut means for HELOC interest rates
The Federal Reserve issued another cut to the federal funds rate this week. Here's what it could mean for HELOC rates.Top stories - CBS News - November 8 -
Why mortgage costs are rising despite interest rate cut
Lenders have been raising the cost of fixed-rate deals creating a headache for buyers and those remortgaging.Top stories - BBC News - November 15 -
Military suicide rates increased in 2023
Suicide rates in the military increased in 2023, a slight uptick from 2022 that adds to a larger, troubling rise over the past decade. The annual report shows 523 service members died by suicide in ...Politics - The Hill - November 14 -
'Lamarvelous' leads Ravens rout with perfect rating
Despite practicing just once this past week, Lamar Jackson was as sharp as he has ever been, recording a perfect 158.3 passer rating in Sunday's 41-10 rout of the Denver Broncos.Sports - ESPN - November 3 -
Which gold investment is best when rates are cut?
Some gold assets are better than others when interest rates are dropping, experts say.Top stories - CBS News - November 4 -
Wisconsin leans Trump, CBS News rates
CBS News rates the battleground state of Wisconsin as leaning Republican for former President Donald Trump. CBS News' Major Garrett and Robert Costa report on whether Vice President Kamala Harris ...Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
Pennsylvania leaning Trump, CBS News rates
CBS News rates the battleground state of Pennsylvania as leaning toward former President Donald Trump. President Biden won the state in 2020.Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
What's the CD interest rate forecast for November 2024?
Interested in putting some money into a CD account this November? Here's what could happen with the rates on CDs.Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
Trump’s victory means fewer Fed rate cuts
“Trump is a president who likes to spend, he was a real-estate developer who loves to borrow. I don’t think he’s shaken either of those ideals,” notes one analyst.Business - MarketWatch - November 6 -
Mortgage rates jump after Trump defeats Harris
Mortgage rates rose Wednesday morning as the financial markets reacted to Republican nominee Donald Trump winning the presidential election.Business - MarketWatch - November 6 -
U.S. House leaning Republican, CBS News rates
President-elect Donald Trump will return to the White House on Jan. 20, 2025, and he may be leading a government entirely controlled by his party. Republicans flipped the Senate through a handful ...Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
Interest rates cut but Bank hints fewer falls to come
Interest rates were cut to 4.75% but the Bank expects inflation to creep higher after last week's Budget.Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
Bank of England cuts interest rates to 4.75%
Central bank signals further reduction is unlikely before next year as it raises post-Budget inflation forecastWorld - Financial Times - November 7 -
Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by a quarter point
The Federal Reserve approved its second consecutive interest rate cut Thursday.Business - CNBC - November 7 -
Fed cuts interest rates days after election
The Fed cut interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point.Top stories - ABC News - November 7 -
Federal Reserve lowers rates by a quarter point
The Federal Reserve announced it is lowering the interest rate by a quarter point. NBC News’ Christine Romans explains what this means for the progress of inflation.Top stories - NBC News - November 7 -
Fed cuts interest rates as Powell says he will not resign as chair
US central bank lowers target range by a quarter point to 4.5%-4.75%World - Financial Times - November 7 -
Fed Cuts Interest Rates by a Quarter Point, but the Path Ahead Is Less Clear
The Federal Reserve is reducing rates in response to cooling inflation. Donald Trump’s presidential victory has pumped up uncertainty.Business - The New York Times - November 7 -
Mortgage Rates Fell, Then Rose. What Comes Next?
Many would-be home buyers are still hoping for mortgage rates to come down as the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates. How much they will fall is unclear.Business - The New York Times - November 12 -
What to know about the inflation report.
A fresh Consumer Price Index report could show that inflation, much cooler than in 2022 and 2023, is not fully stamped out.Top stories - The New York Times - November 13 -
New York to implement congestion pricing at lower rate
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) will revive plans for the nation’s first traffic congestion pricing plan in New York City at a reduced rate after delaying the controversial plan earlier this year. ...Politics - The Hill - November 14 -
Powell says Fed in no ‘hurry’ to lower interest rates further
Central bank chair warns path to a reduction in inflation will be ‘bumpy’Business - Financial Times - November 14 -
Investors are bracing for higher-for-even-longer interest rates
Friday’s stronger-than-expected economic data, combined with fresh remarks from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell on Thursday, were adding up to a shift in market participants’ thinking about ...Business - MarketWatch - November 16 -
Fitch Downgrades Spirit Airlines’ Credit Rating
Spirit Airlines is working on alternatives to improve its liquidity.Business - Inc. - November 16 -
Trump's approval rating at 54 percent as president-elect
A slight majority of registered voters approve of the job President-elect Trump is doing leading up to his second White House administration, according to a new poll. A Harvard CAPS/Harris poll ...Politics - The Hill - November 19 -
Lung cancer survival rate improves: Research
The survival rate among those with lung cancer has improved by more than a quarter in the last five years, according to a new report. The findings from the American Lung Association's latest "State ...Politics - The Hill - November 19 -
The valuation warning for Costco and other higher-rated stocks
When companies approach extreme price levels, gravity loomsWorld - Financial Times - November 20 -
Mortgage rates are near 7%, but buyers are making a comeback
Mortgage applications rose 1.7% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.Business - MarketWatch - November 20 -
Volunteering rate sees record growth: Survey
The volunteering rate among Americans rose 22 percent from 2021 to 2023, representing a record expansion of formal volunteering over a two-year period, according to a new study. The study from ...Politics - The Hill - November 20